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20-10-2021 | Teratoma | Brief Communication

A Case of Cervical Teratoma in an Infant

Authors: Sonali Malhotra, Prerna Negi, Poonam Sagar

Published in: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery | Special Issue 3/2022

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Abstract

Cervical teratoma is a rare form of teratoma in neonates and is an unusual cause of cervical masses in them. Teratomas are unusual tumors derived from all 3 germs cell layers: endoderm, mesoderm, and ectoderm, with varying proportions. The cervical teratoma is a rare entity. Its prognosis mostly depends on the risk of neonatal respiratory distress, its extension and potential malignancy. Surgical management must be as complete as possible to avoid recurrences and malignant transformation. We report a case of a cervical immature teratoma in an infant with total excision and cure. No recurrence has been reported. The aim of our study is to review the diagnosis, management and outcomes of congenital cervical teratomas. Cervical teratoma although uncommon should be considered in the differential diagnosis of neck masses in neonates. Teratomas are rare tumors derived from all three germ cell layers affecting the neck in 3% of all cases. An early complete surgical approach to congenital cervical teratomas allows good results with low rates of complication and recurrence.
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Metadata
Title
A Case of Cervical Teratoma in an Infant
Authors
Sonali Malhotra
Prerna Negi
Poonam Sagar
Publication date
20-10-2021
Publisher
Springer India
Keyword
Teratoma
Published in
Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery / Issue Special Issue 3/2022
Print ISSN: 2231-3796
Electronic ISSN: 0973-7707
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12070-021-02942-w